It's been another generally typical mid-western winter here in Iowa. With the calendar proceeding further and further past the New Year, there is no doubt that things will be warming up. I often get the chance to compare and joke about the weather patterns here compared to Santa Monica as I communicate back and forth with my employer. All in good fun, I am still looking forward to moving to California shortly after graduation. It will be a welcome change to undoubtedly bring new opportunities to the table.

I must admit that I do enjoy a taste of winter from time to time and the snow is a nice ambiance addition around